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The Lawfare Podcast
Lawfare Daily: Haiti's Deteriorating Security Situation, with Robert Fatton
Nov 21, 2024
In this engaging discussion, Dr. Robert Fatton, an emeritus professor at the University of Virginia and expert on Haitian politics, dives into Haiti's escalating crisis following the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse. He details the rise of gang violence and the loss of effective governance under Ariel Henry. The conversation also touches on how the international community, particularly the U.S., is responding to this turmoil. Fatton warns of worsening humanitarian issues and the complexities of potential diplomatic solutions in an unstable political climate.
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- Haiti's security crisis is fueled by rampant gang violence and ineffective governance, with gangs controlling over 85% of Port-au-Prince.
- The international community's limited response, including a small UN mission, is inadequate in addressing Haiti's escalating humanitarian crisis and violence.
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Deteriorating Security Situation in Haiti
The security situation in Haiti has deteriorated significantly in recent years, primarily due to rampant gang violence and ineffective governance. Following the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, there has been a lack of stable leadership, leading to widespread chaos and insecurity. Gangs now control more than 85% of Port-au-Prince, severely disrupting daily life and contributing to a humanitarian crisis where nearly half the population faces hunger. Recent violent attempts by gangs to infiltrate affluent areas like Pétionville highlight the urgent need for effective governmental and international responses to restore order.
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